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Honda Passport III 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) AWD Automatic
Overall Rating
Honda Passport:
The Honda Passport is a line of sport utility vehicles from the Japanese automaker Honda. Originally, it was a rebadged version of the Isuzu Rodeo, a mid-size SUV sold between 1993 and 2002. It was introduced in 1993 for the 1994 model year as Honda's first entry into the growing SUV market of the 1990s in the United States. The first and second generation Passport was manufactured by Subaru Isuzu Automotive in Lafayette, Indiana. Like various other Honda models, it re-used a name from their motorcycle division, the Honda C75 Passport. The other two name candidates were Elsinore and Odyssey, the latter would be re-used a year later on a minivan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Honda Passport (III). With 355 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Passport III was not tested by Euro NCAP as it is primarily sold in the North American market. It received strong safety ratings from NHTSA and IIHS in its target market.
3.5 V6 (280 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) provides strong, reliable power, offering ample acceleration for daily driving, highway cruising, and confident towing capabilities for a mid-size SUV.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is decent for a naturally aspirated V6 in this class, but it's not class-leading, especially in city driving. The 9-speed automatic helps optimize efficiency on highways.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with ample cargo space
- • Reliable and proven 3.5L V6 engine
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Decent ground clearance and available AWD for light off-road capability
- • Strong towing capacity for its class
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is average for the segment
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Exterior styling may not appeal to everyone
- • Not as agile or engaging to drive as some competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1997 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Passport |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | December, 2018 |
| End of production: | September, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.7 Hp/l [164mm more] |
| Torque: | 355 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35Y6 More details about the engine J35Y6 |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2852 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1167 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2268 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4839 mm mm [164mm more] |
| Width: | 1996 mm mm [206mm more] |
| Height: | 1819 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2811 mm mm [111mm more] |
| Front track: | 1694 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1694 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 213 mm |
| Approach angle: | 21.4° |
| Departure angle: | 27.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 265/45 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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